Redefinition of the helical rim in cauliflower-ear surgery

Br J Plast Surg. 2002 Jan;55(1):66-8. doi: 10.1054/bjps.2001.3743.

Abstract

Cauliflower ear is a serious deformity of the auricle induced by single or repeated injury to the external ear. Few papers deal with surgical techniques for correcting this deformity. We describe the use of ipsilateral excess cartilage to restore the helical rim.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cartilage / transplantation*
  • Ear Deformities, Acquired / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Otologic Surgical Procedures / methods*